Flying from Panama City to Orlando: what you need to know
Panama City has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Panama City to Orlando flying out of Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Balboa Airport (BLB).
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is where you'll be landing in Orlando.
Jump on a direct Panama City to Orlando flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Orlando's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Panama City.
With 45 flights a week between the two airports, Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Panama City to Orlando with Copa Airlines at 07:46. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from PTY to MCO is with Copa Airlines at 18:37.
To ensure you board your Panama City to Orlando flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Orlando
Score cheap Panama City to Orlando flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on plane tickets from Panama City to Orlando. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Panama City to Orlando flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Panama City
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Panama City to Orlando, you can leave from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Fly from PTY to Orlando International Airport (MCO) in one seamless journey.
Copa Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Panama City to Orlando plane tickets leaving from PTY.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for Panama City to Orlando flights leaving from Panama City Tocumen International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
Oranjestad Airport (AUA)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Panama City, PTY can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Panama City Tocumen International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Panama City to Orlando, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PTY arrive on schedule 88% of the time.
Balboa Airport (BLB)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Panama City to Orlando flight, check out these options when leaving from Balboa Airport:
Bogota Airport (BOG)
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport (MDE)
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
You can reach BLB from central Panama City in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes to cover the 5 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Panama City to Orlando, unwind in one of these hotels close to Balboa Airport:
Flights from Balboa Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 88% of them landing as planned.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Panama City to Orlando. Book one of these accommodation options near MCO instead:
Follow your own route with a Orlando International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and see more of Orlando and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Orlando International Airport around two weeks ahead of your Panama City to Orlando flight.
The address for MCO is One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB)
After your flight from Panama City to Orlando has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Orlando is roughly 31 kilometres from Orlando Sanford Airport (SFB).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SFB. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Panama City to Orlando:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long taxi queues. Pick up a Orlando Sanford Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from SFB one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Orlando
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Panama City to Orlando. April is the busiest month to travel to Orlando. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Panama City to Orlando ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap flights from Panama City to Orlando around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Orlando
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Orlando right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Panama City to Orlando:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Hogwarts Castle, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando Resort are major attractions which should feature on any good Orlando itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Orlando has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres north of Orlando, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like St. John's Cathedral, MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville and Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of the United States, head for Miami, roughly 322 kilometres south of Orlando. Close Beach, Ocean Dr and Port of Miami are among its highlights.
